Trump has questioned the science of climate change, and his transition team includes people who have questioned the link between the burning of fossil fuels and the climate.
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Posted inNation & World
Arctic logs year of crazy extremes as climate change quickens there
This is more than an Arctic problem, one researcher notes, because the cold air that is escaping changes weather conditions, such as weakening the jet stream.
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Posted inPolitics
Climate change activist Al Gore has ‘lengthy and very productive’ meeting with Trump
The former vice president said during the campaign that Trump, as president, ‘would take us toward a climate catastrophe.’
Posted inSource
Trump has been elected, so what’s next for sustainability?
Mainers who have dedicated their careers to science and environmental advocacy offer their thoughts, and a call to action.
Posted inPolitics
Trump adviser says NASA’s ‘politically correct’ climate-change research should be axed
Leaders in Earth and climate sciences voice objections to Bob Walker’s stance.
Posted inThe Maine Forecast
How shrinking sea ice in the Arctic could affect winter in Maine
Record low amounts of sea ice are happening this fall across the northernmost reaches of the globe.
Posted inNation & World, News
Nations reaffirm deal on climate, despite unclear U.S. support
Whether Donald Trump will keep his country’s vow to reduce emissions looms over negotiations.
Posted inSea Change, Source
Is Portland, or any place, a place to avoid climate change? That’s a dream
The New York Times wrongly depicts our city and others as safe havens from the impacts of polluting the planet.
Posted inSea Change, Source
In post-fact society, emotions and ideology increasingly squelch scientific evidence
The candidates in next week’s election offer stark differences on turning back climate change.
Posted inNation & World
Earth’s 16-month record-setting hot streak eases
Despite slightly cooler global temperatures in September, the year is still on pace to be the hottest on record.